Which TWO of the following statements best explain

the central ideas of the text?

A Europeans saw Africa as land full of abundant

resources that were available for the taking.

B King Leopold was a visionary leader that should be

admired even though his tactics were not always wel

received by all.

The Europeans' only motivation for colonizing Africa

was to "civilize" the natives by spreading the

Christian faith.

D While European colonization did irreparable harm to

Africa, Africans looked to Liberia as a beacon of hope

for their future freedom.

E European countries went to brutal lengths to secure

their wealth in Africa.

F Greed lead European people to use great violence

because there were no strict moral rules in place.

A. and E.

Explanation:

This is the article "The Scramble for Africa" by Mike Kubic.

The texts informs us about the Western Europe countries colonizing Africa; when and why that happened, what were the consequences and the means of achieving it.

At the late 1800s, news about the discovery of the interior of Africa began spreading across Europe. News about gold, silver, diamonds, minerals, rubber etc. found here, exerted a propmpt response by Europe's rulers, most notably, Belgium's King Leopold.

Freely using Africa's resources, killing people who objected them, waging bloody wars that decreased the population of the continent, Europe committed a terrible crime against Africa.

Local tribes started rebellions, but their bows, arrows and spears were no match to brutal soldiers with fire weapon.

America also had a colony in Africa, Liberia, but it served as a new home for newly freed African slaves in the 19th century.

Finally, in the second half of 20th century, African countries began gaining independance.